Inspection Tour:Transport facilities in Mon State inspected

On Thursday morning, Union Minister for Transport U Mya Tun Oo, accompanied by concerned officials, travelled aboard DEMU Up Train No. 83 to inspect the condition of railway tracks and bridges along the Yangon–Mawlamyine railway section and the cleanliness of railway stations.

In the afternoon, the Union Minister and party arrived at Mawlamyine Railway Station, and heard reports on the proposed inland port construction site.

The Union Minister then inspected designated Plots No. 1 and 2 and instructed officials to calculate the required filling volume and review the feasibility of constructing entrance road and railway. He also inspected staff housing near the Mawlamyine Locomotive Workshop, Mawlamyine South Railway Station (Mu Pun Railway Compound) and instructed to expedite the transfer of machinery and equipment to new Locomotive Shed.

The Union Minister then visited the Myanmar Port Authority Office on Mawlamyine Strand Road. He met with officials and gave necessary instructions, emphasizing the importance of fulfilling duties in accordance with civil service ethics, strengthening cooperation among departments, and maintaining the cleanliness of office buildings and staff housing.

They also travelled by pilot boat from Seikkantha Jetty to inspect erosion around the foundation of the Thanlwin Bridge (Chaungsone) and the condition of the water channel. They then proceeded to Mawlamyine Airport to inspect the construction of the VIP lounge and car parking area, major renovation works on the airport building and air traffic control tower, and construction of a concrete access road connecting the airport fire station to the runway.